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Technical knowledge center for resistance welding. Articles, guides and educational resources based on AWS J1.3 standards.
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What is Resistance Welding?
Complete guide: Joule's Law, process types (spot, seam, projection), electrode selection and key factors per AWS J1.3.
Read article →Squeeze Time: The Most Misunderstood Parameter
Why squeeze time is often confused with weld force. Demonstration videos of correct vs incorrect squeeze time.
View article →Cooling Water Temperature
How hot water reduces electrode life by up to 50%. Optimal ranges, minimum flow rates and warning signs.
Read article →The Effect of Electrode Force
Why correct pressure is as important as current. Effects of insufficient vs excessive force.
Read article →Spot Welder Defect Diagnosis
Visual guide: cold welds, expulsion, surface marks, electrode wear. Which parameter to adjust in each case.
Read article →More Content in Development
We are preparing new articles on: MFDC vs AC, electrode dressing, materials for AHSS, and more.
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